Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), where your expertise will directly enhance patient care and support our mission to deliver exceptional general dentistry services. In this vital role, you'll assist the dentist with clinical procedures, manage patient interactions, and ensure the smooth operation of daily clinic activities. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will help create a welcoming environment that promotes oral health and confidence for every patient.
Responsibilities
- Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing dental instruments and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly in accordance with dental sterilization procedures and infection prevention management policies.
- Assist dentists during a variety of procedures including oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, utilizing four-handed dentistry techniques to optimize efficiency.
- Take and develop dental X-rays, including dental x-ray imaging and 3D scans, while adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining clinical confidentiality policies.
- Manage patient records using electronic medical records (EMR systems) such as Dentrix Ascend, ensuring accurate documentation of medical history, vital signs, and treatment notes.
- Educate patients on oral health practices, post-treatment care, and explain dental terminology clearly to promote understanding and compliance.
- Support patient management by scheduling appointments, updating medical documentation, and assisting with patient care from check-in to checkout as a proficient dental receptionist.
- Follow strict infection control protocols including dental instrument processing, aseptic techniques, and healthcare infection prevention standards to ensure a safe clinical environment.
Experience
- Proven experience as a Dental Assistant in a fast-paced dental clinic setting with knowledge of general dentistry procedures.
- Hands-on experience with dental equipment including X-ray machines, intraoral cameras, 3D scanners, and other clinical tools.
- Familiarity with dental software such as Dentrix Ascend for managing patient records and appointments.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology related to dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, prosthodontics, and pediatrics.
- Knowledge of infection control practices aligned with healthcare standards to prevent cross-contamination.
- Ability to perform vital signs assessment and assist with medical imaging procedures accurately.
- Excellent communication skills combined with a compassionate approach to patient care in pediatric dentistry environments.
Office Hours:
Monday- 8:00-5:00
Tuesday- 8:00- 6:00
Wednesday- 8:00- 5:00
Thursday- 8:00- 1:00
Every other Friday- 8:00- 1:00
Pay: $14.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
